Holliday
Win Rate
43.4%
Matches
4,817
KDA
2.79
Player DMG
27,107

Holliday vs Calicovs Calico

Skill LevelAll Skill Levels
Matches4,768
Version6395
Last UpdatedMar 20, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Calico hard counters Holliday with only 43.4% win rate across 4,817 matches. Calico secures 4.0 more kills on average. When facing this counter, prioritize defensive items, team play, and avoid extended trades.

Holliday Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Holliday performs against them. You'll get head-to-head win rates, combat stats, net worth comparison, and damage analysis — all based on real ranked Deadlock data.

Compare against an opponent
Calico - 43.4% win rateCalico(43.4%)
Holliday - 43.4% win rate in this matchup
Holliday
43.4% WR
VS
Calico vs Holliday matchup - 56.6% win rate
Calico
56.6% WR

Who Wins the Holliday vs Calico Matchup?

Calico wins the Holliday vs Calico matchup
Winner
Calico
Matches: 4,817
43.4%
Win Rate
56.6%
5.3
Avg Kills
9.3
6.6
Avg Deaths
6.3
13.1
Avg Assists
13.5
40,961
Avg Net Worth
44,928
27,107
Player DMG
36,706
3,911
Objective DMG
6,114
93.5
Last Hits
80.6

Holliday vs Calico Matchup Summary

The Holliday vs Calico matchup in Deadlock is a decisive one-sided matchup. Based on 4,817 recent matches analyzed, Calico wins with a 56.6% win rate compared to Holliday's 43.4%, giving Calico a 13.2 percentage point advantage. The most significant statistical gap is in objective contribution, where Calico consistently outperforms. Calico has overwhelming statistical superiority in this matchup. Holliday should avoid direct confrontation, focus entirely on farm and objectives, and wait for team fight scenarios where individual matchup advantages are diluted.

Holliday vs Calico Combat Analysis

Calico wins combat stats against Holliday in Deadlock

Calico achieves a clean sweep in the combat department, winning all five metrics against Holliday in the Holliday vs Calico matchup. This comprehensive dominance across KDA efficiency, kill production, survivability demonstrates that Calico holds systematic mechanical advantages in these encounters. Based on analysis of 4,817 competitive matches, Calico players can approach duels against Holliday with confidence, while Holliday players must completely avoid fair fights and instead focus on ability-based contributions, objective play, and team coordination to remain impactful.

KDA Ratio
2.79Holliday
3.61Calico
The KDA disparity between Calico and Holliday is substantial: 3.61 versus 2.79, a commanding 0.82 point difference that reveals Calico's dominance in direct combat exchanges. This matchup data from 4,817 games shows Calico consistently outfragging and outliving Holliday in these encounters. For Holliday players, the strategic implication is clear: avoid 1v1 gunfights against Calico whenever possible. Instead, leverage team utility, information gathering, and multi-person pushes to neutralize Calico's mechanical advantage.
Avg Kills
5.3Holliday
9.3Calico
Calico substantially outfrags Holliday in this matchup, averaging 9.3 kills compared to 5.3 — a difference of nearly 4.0 eliminations per match. When Calico faces Holliday, the data clearly shows Calico finding more fragging opportunities and converting them into kills. Holliday players should recognize this statistical reality and adjust their approach: play more supportively, focus on enabling teammates, and avoid ego-challenging Calico in situations where your team doesn't need you to take that duel.
Avg Deaths
6.6Holliday
6.3Calico
Survivability metrics are nearly equal between Holliday (6.6 deaths/game) and Calico (6.3 deaths/game). Neither hero demonstrates a clear advantage in staying alive during these matchups, suggesting both have similar risk profiles and neither kit provides notably better escape tools or defensive utility against the other. Outcomes in this matchup hinge on which player makes fewer critical positioning errors rather than any hero-based survival advantage.
Player DMG
27,107Holliday
36,706Calico
The damage differential between Calico and Holliday is exceptional: 36,706 compared to just 27,107. Calico deals 9,598 more damage per game on average, indicating absolute dominance in direct combat exchanges. This level of disparity suggests Calico's kit, typical playstyle, or positioning patterns give them massive advantages in dealing damage while Holliday struggles to even trade effectively. Holliday players should treat Calico as a must-avoid duel and focus entirely on non-combat contributions or ability-based damage.
Objective DMG
3,911Holliday
6,114Calico
Calico contributes 2,203 more objective damage than Holliday on average, making them more valuable for split pushing, securing guardian kills, and accelerating tower takes. Teams with Calico may want to prioritize objective-focused strategies. Holliday should focus on creating picks while Calico pushes objectives.

Holliday vs Calico Economy Analysis

Net Worth
40,961Holliday
44,928Calico
Last Hits
93.5Holliday
80.6Calico

Calico vastly out-earns Holliday by 3,968 souls on average. This substantial economic gap means Calico will consistently hit item breakpoints earlier, creating a snowballing advantage throughout the game. Holliday secures more last hits (93.5 vs 80.6), while Calico leads in denies (3.3 vs 2.1). These farming dynamics shape the lane equilibrium and gold distribution.

Recommended Items for Holliday vs Calico

Holliday build for Calico matchup

Holliday Build vs Calico

This optimized build for Holliday against Calico is designed to help overcome a statistically challenging matchup. Facing a 56.6% win rate disadvantage against Calico, these items prioritize survivability and efficient trading to close the gap. Extended Magazine, Intensifying Magazine, Siphon Bullets, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 14,400 souls Focus on hitting item timings and avoid extended fights until you've completed key items that can shift the matchup in your favor.

Calico build for Holliday matchup

Calico Build vs Holliday

Calico's recommended build against Holliday leverages their statistical advantage in this matchup. With the matchup favoring Calico, these items emphasize aggressive play and damage output to secure the advantage. Spirit Shredder Bullets, Superior Duration, Arcane Surge, and 4 more items, totaling approximately 27,200 souls Understanding Calico's likely build helps you anticipate their power spikes and adjust your timing accordingly.

These item builds are optimized for the Holliday vs Calico matchup based on win rate data from 4,817 competitive matches. Item choices in Deadlock significantly impact matchup outcomes — the right build can help overcome statistical disadvantages or extend existing advantages. Remember to adapt your build based on game state, team compositions, enemy itemization, and whether you're ahead or behind in souls.

Holliday has favorable matchups against 3 heroes and unfavorable matchups against 34 heroes in Deadlock. Holliday's strongest matchup is against Shiv with a 50.1% win rate. The hardest matchup is Victor at 39.2% win rate. Use the table below to find specific matchup details and build recommendations.

Holliday matchup win rates and combat stats in Deadlock (Version 6395)
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
KDA
Kills
Deaths
Player DMG
Net Worth
47.53%9,2163.045.66.428,33142,286
42.04%6,5172.935.56.527,53541,226
44.34%6,3283.055.66.328,06542,403
46.78%6,3002.955.66.528,00241,767
43.46%5,9932.915.56.427,65540,959
46.06%5,9762.855.56.628,19742,255
46.11%5,8703.045.76.427,86741,791
45.99%5,4782.875.66.827,74342,281
44.75%5,2592.905.66.628,11742,004
42.37%5,1993.025.76.428,00341,919
49.57%5,0792.935.76.628,01342,378
46.22%4,9503.005.66.428,01042,218
49.54%4,9363.045.86.628,33142,347
42.61%4,9312.975.46.227,94741,116
47.19%4,8923.015.66.428,43442,055
43.40%4,8172.795.36.627,10740,961
47.49%4,7662.945.56.527,88342,262
43.54%4,7522.905.46.427,15441,578
44.25%4,5662.945.66.628,24941,761
39.17%4,4202.925.46.328,09041,336
41.82%4,0762.975.66.428,89541,616
45.35%4,0492.835.46.527,96441,811
48.00%3,9822.945.66.627,72841,778
47.22%3,9313.065.66.428,09642,117
45.91%3,9142.775.56.726,55241,443
47.31%3,8653.025.66.428,23341,979
46.79%3,5583.035.76.428,02041,702
46.88%3,4882.965.66.628,30742,611
41.70%3,2472.945.46.227,57741,952
43.84%3,1892.995.46.328,39242,224
46.62%3,1123.035.56.327,46341,746
50.14%3,1083.105.66.328,32742,612
50.09%3,0733.005.56.328,29642,362
43.44%2,3562.985.56.328,75441,264
48.23%2,2282.885.56.527,63542,382
49.56%2,1613.075.66.427,41541,438
50.00%1,7853.195.76.228,04442,460

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Holliday Matchups - FAQ

What is Holliday's best matchup in Deadlock?

Holliday's best matchup is against Shiv, achieving a 50.1% win rate. Holliday excels in this matchup through superior combat stats and favorable ability interactions.

What is Holliday's hardest matchup?

Holliday's hardest matchup is against Victor, with only a 39.2% win rate. Against this opponent, Holliday should focus on team coordination and itemizing defensively.

How many favorable matchups does Holliday have?

Holliday has 3 favorable matchups (50%+ win rate) and 34 unfavorable matchups in Deadlock. Understanding these matchup dynamics helps you make better hero picks and adapt your playstyle.

How should I play Holliday in difficult matchups?

When playing Holliday in difficult matchups, prioritize safe farming, positioning, and team coordination. Adjust your item build to compensate for the matchup disadvantage, and look for opportunities to impact fights through abilities rather than direct confrontation.

What stats should I focus on in Holliday's matchups?

Key stats to analyze in Holliday's matchups include win rate, KDA ratio, average player damage, and net worth difference. High damage matchups favor aggressive play, while low KDA matchups suggest playing more defensively and relying on team support.